Assessment of Physical Activity and Quality of life in Individuals with Long COVID.

Oni, Olusola, Dairo, Yetunde Marion, Soundararajan, Leo and Homer, Mark (2025) Assessment of Physical Activity and Quality of life in Individuals with Long COVID. In: Future Directions in Physiotherapy Chartered Society of Physiotherapy Annual Conference 2025, 21st and 22nd November 2025, International Convention Centre, Wales, Newport.

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Abstract

ABSTRACT Background: Assessing physical activity (PA) and quality of life (QoL) in individuals with Long COVID-19 is crucial for determining targeted interventions to improve physical function. While physical activity is known to enhance overall well-being, its exact impact on the quality of life for individuals affected by Long COVID-19 remains underexplored, particularly among ethnically diverse populations. Method: This cross-sectional study investigates the relationship between physical activity and quality of life in individuals affected by Long-term COVID-19, with a focus on a diverse population. It recruited 103 participants who were previously diagnosed with COVID-19. The International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) and SF-36 Quality of Life questionnaire were used to assess physical activity and quality of life, respectively. Result: The majority of the participants were female (74.8%), married (60.2%), and aged between 36–65 years. Most reported low physical activity (50.5%) and low quality of life (58.3%). A significant positive correlation was found between physical activity and quality of life (ρ = 0.470, p < .001), with higher physical activity associated with improved quality of life. ANOVA and post hoc analyses confirmed that participants with higher physical activity had significantly better quality of life scores (F(2,100) = 11.981, p < .001). Regression analysis showed physical activity significantly predicted quality of life (R² = 0.212, p < .001). Age significantly influenced quality of life (p = .002) but not physical activity. Conclusion: Most participants exhibited low physical activity levels (PAL) and quality of life (QoL). Therefore, prompt and targeted interventions are crucial for enhancing the physical function and overall well-being of individuals with Long COVID. Keywords: Physical activity, quality of life, Long COVID, COVID-19 Funding: No funding was received for this study. However, conference attendance was sponsored by Research and Knowledge exchanged Unit of Buckinghamshire New University Conflict of Interest: The authors declare no conflicts of interest. Ethics Approval: Ethical approval for the study was obtained from the Buckinghamshire University Research Ethics Committee ( UEP2024MAY04)

Item Type:	Conference or Workshop Item (Poster)
Depositing User:	Research and Knowledge Exchange Office Admin 1
Date Deposited:	11 Mar 2026 09:33
Last Modified:	11 Mar 2026 10:30
URI:	https://bnu.repository.guildhe.ac.uk/id/eprint/20886

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